rail

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /reɪɫ/ or /reɪl/
• SAMPA: /reIl/

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Noun

Singular rail

Plural rails

A railing for people to hold

A train of rail cars that go along rail tracks

1. A rail is a long and thin piece of metal.
   • Synonyms: rod and bar
2. A rail is a long and thin bar along a stairway or path for people to slide their hand along while they walk.
   • Synonym: banister

   She put her hand on the railing beside the stairs so she wouldn't fall.

3. A rail is a surface where trains run on.

   The railway stretches across the country.